Hearing the continuous, precise words coming from this person's mouth, Lin Hai was stunned.
Even he, having lived so long, likely didn't know the Lin family's affairs as clearly as the person before him.
It was evident that this person had thoroughly investigated and understood him.
This made his guard rise even higher.
Because for someone to know him so well, and to offer such unsolicited attention, it could only mean trouble.
"Who exactly are you? What are your intentions?"
Before Lin Hai could finish speaking, he was interrupted by a gentle laugh from the person opposite him.
The man remained calm and composed.
"Didn't I tell you on the phone? We're here to discuss business. As long as we can cooperate well, the Lin family's say will ultimately remain with you."
Indeed, it was this very statement that drew Lin Hai, prompting him to take a chance and come here with a sliver of hope.
However, after suffering a setback with his woman, Lin Hai had become even more cautious than before. He wouldn't easily trust what others said.
Even though this person spoke with such conviction and seriousness.
Lin Hai still had many doubts in his heart, leading him to continue his questioning.
"Then may I know who you are?"
The person sitting opposite him saw through Lin Hai's thoughts at a glance.
His laughter suddenly became louder.
"Haha!" He raised his hand and pointed directly at Lin Hai. "After all this talk, you still don't believe me."
Lin Hai could only chuckle along at this point.
After all, he was no longer the same Lin Hai he once was.
Ever since Lu Feng rescued the Lin family from their imminent downfall, Lin Hai had completely lost his voice and original standing.
Now, without status or power, Lin Hai had gradually been marginalized within the Lin family.
Let alone anything else, his opportunities had consequently dwindled. Because of this, Lin Hai cherished opportunities exceptionally. Otherwise, under normal circumstances, he would never have answered such a strange phone call, nor would he have eagerly rushed so far from the Lin family villa to wait.
Sensing Lin Hai's hesitation, the person opposite him decided to stop holding back. He had important matters to discuss with Lin Hai.
Thus, he lowered his voice, "I can tell you who I am. But I suspect you already know without me telling you my full name. I'll just remind you, my surname is Dong. In Southeast City, there's probably no one who doesn't know that!"
These words struck Lin Hai like seeing a ghost in broad daylight. His eyes widened, and his voice trembled involuntarily. "So, you're from the Dong family?"
Noticing that Lin Hai had guessed his identity, the man calmly nodded.
"That's right. I am Dong Hua, the son of Dong Ye."
Before Lin Hai could continue expressing his astonishment, Dong Hua directly stated his purpose. "I came to find you because there's something I want to discuss with you."
Lin Hai wasn't a fool. He knew what had happened in the Lin family over the past few days.
Looking at Dong Hua, and recalling that Lin Mei and Lu Feng had gone to the Dong family that day, he gasped, "So, it was you who harmed my sister and Lu Feng."
Facing someone he had just met, Lin Hai clearly wouldn't reveal his true feelings.
He slammed the table, stood up abruptly, and raised his hand, aiming directly for the man's nose, his face contorted with rage.
"So, you are the culprit! Wait, I'll call someone to arrest you right now."
However, the man opposite him remained remarkably calm, as if he had anticipated Lin Hai's reaction.
In fact, Dong Hua seemed even more relaxed than before Lin Hai spoke.
This person was not blindly arrogant.
Before coming here, he had made thorough preparations. A sinister smile curved his lips.
"Brother Lin Hai, I advise you to sit down. If you take me away, you won't fare any better. After all, think about why the Lin family has reached this point. You've contributed your share, haven't you? I know you've done quite a bit. Back then, you had ties to Zhouge Mountain Villa. Do you want me to hand over all this evidence to Elder Lin Dong?"
As Dong Hua spoke, his smile grew more pronounced.
Lin Hai froze.
He hadn't expected this person to know him so well.
He already had no standing in the Lin family. If this evidence were to be revealed to Lin Dong.
There was a possibility of him being kicked out.
At that point, he would truly be homeless.
Hearing this, Lin Hai felt as if he had been struck by a cold wave. He stood frozen in place.
Seeing this, Dong Hua reached out and placed a hand on Lin Hai's shoulder, then gently pressed down, guiding Lin Hai back into his seat.
Once Lin Hai was seated, Dong Hua spoke again.
"We can say we're in the same boat. We'll each handle our own affairs."
Having said this, Dong Hua unreservedly explained his situation to the person before him, detailing everything.
After finishing, he continued, "From now on, if you call me Big Brother, our cooperation will begin."
Even if Lin Hai didn't want to agree, what choice did he have? This person had him completely cornered. But perhaps this was for the best. Lin Hai had been looking for hope amidst despair.
It was just that he was alone and powerless, unable to act.
Now, regardless of this person's motives, as long as he was willing to join forces with him in dealing with Lu Feng, Lin Hai decided to go all in.
Even if he was going all in.
He needed to make things clear with the person opposite him and understand exactly what he needed to do and what he could gain.
Lin Hai was a businessman, a habit and experience accumulated over years in the business world.
And the person opposite him seemed to have telepathy. Before Lin Hai could even voice his thoughts, Dong Hua was direct and to the point.
"Now, I need information from the Lin family. You are the only one who can provide me with timely news from the current Lin family. This is what I want you to do for now. As long as we can eliminate Lu Feng, the Lin family will sooner or later be under our control."
Dong Hua became more excited as he spoke, revealing a little too much.
Realizing that the person before him was also part of the Lin family, Dong Hua quickly glanced at Lin Hai and explained in a low voice.
"Although the Lin family will inevitably belong to our Dong family, the Lin family will also have the right to manage itself. And naturally, I would prioritize giving you this right to manage. We are brothers, and you have also provided us with many clues in this process."